Volunteers make BEAR possible!
With so much uncertainty filling all of our lives, we at BEAR aim to do our part to ensure there is still certainty in our mission of providing essential resources to abused and neglected children in our community.
As of today (3/16), our hours of operation (Monday-Friday; 8am-4pm) will remain the same, while our staffing needs will be adjusted to reflect safety and social distancing practices. This is an aspect we will address on a day-by-day basis; if changes occur we will alert you.
Additionally, to comply with recommendations by both local government and the CDC, ALL volunteer opportunities have been canceled until further notice. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this causes, and look forward to seeing our wonderful volunteers in our warehouse again when it is safe to do so.
The BEAR Society
Get involved with friends and peers to help CPS kids and the Caseworkers that support them! Opportunities include: restocking and organizing BEAR rooms, hosting Caseworker Appreciation events, and helping with all BEAR programs as exclusive volunteers.
Current Opportunities
Family Days at the BEAR Warehouse:
*All dates are weekends at the BEAR Warehouse. Volunteers will be supporting the BEAR Necessities program. Click each date’s sign-up to learn more and reserve your spot!
- April 25, 2020 – CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- June 28, 2020 – CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- October 17, 2020 – CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
BEAR Cares – Volunteer Spotlight: Bring your group and join us for a volunteer opportunity for your chance to be featured in our #VolunteerSpotlight series on BEAR’s Facebook page!
Volunteer consent forms available here: Adult and Minor Consent Forms
Please contact Merri Hahn for any questions about becoming a volunteer at BEAR:
Merri Hahn
713-274-9856
Email Merri
